What is commemorated in Cyprus on 28 October?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Ochi Day, the Greek 'No' to the Italian ultimatum of 1940
- Step 1: The date is a public holiday. Step 2. On 28 October 1940 Greece refused Italy's demand, and Cyprus marks the day. Answer: Ochi Day, the Greek 'No' to the Italian ultimatum of 1940. Why not the others: EOKA began on 1 April; the Treaty is from 1960; EU entry was on 1 May.
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